L'uomo Che Ride by Victor Hugo
A disfigured foundling named Gwynplaine, whose face was cruelly carved into a permanent grin, is raised by the philosopher Ursus and the blind girl Dea and becomes a celebrated performer; as he grows he uncovers his true aristocratic origins and is drawn into political intrigues that expose the hypocrisy, cruelty and class injustices of society, while the contrast between his outward laugh and inner sorrow drives the work toward a bitter, tragic resolution.
- Published
- 1869
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 400-600 pages
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
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- Der Mann, der lachte
- El hombre que ríe
- L'Homme qui rit
- L'uomo che ride
- The Man Who Laughs
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